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If you're not bothered about weight or transport size the Fox Ventec (none ripstop) is hard to beat, it has a reversible inner fleece or polyester. I'm still using my original Ventec but I'm considering buying the new Flatliner System which has the Ventec All Season.
I had a original Gardner Carp duvet many many years ago and I loved it, no experience of the present one though.
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I have both Gardner Compact (used for over 5yrs) and more recently (this spring) the Techlite Standard. On balance its a tough call between them - the Gardner is less restrictive / more breathable / warm but has an annoying baffle that can be uncomfortable if your tall / not hunkered down in the bag. The Techlite is waay less bulky / much lighter / no overhang on bedchair / compresses flat when stored permanently on bedchair / is equally warm but has poor zips and fabric that's nowhere near as hardwearing / stain proof. Both have smooth linings (which I much prefer over fleece), the Techlite arguably being really 'slippy' . . .
Haven't tested the Techlite in winter (and am probably not planning to anyway as I have better things to do than carping) but with a cover I'm sure it would be on level pegging with the Gardner . . .
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The Techlite is less than half the weight of the Fox.
"Best bag" all depends on what your priorities are imo. I agree the Techlite isn't the warmest bag but it's miles ahead of anything in terms of heat/weight ratio. If weight aint an issue for the user then the world's your oyster.
I've never been cold in the Techlite but I do add a lightweight cover when we get into the real depths of winter.
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I went for the Gardner carp duvet, has the middle section that can be removed in summer to be cooler. Did consider the Techlite but felt the Gardner balanced weight/cost better for me.
Used it for 18 months or so now and no issues. Do a work overnighter every week so used in all weathers. Have a SIM underneath, with thermals on and a hat been fine down to freezing.
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Never been cold in the Fortis Techlite bag and fish through winter no matter what the weather.
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Never rated the techlite at all. Not very warm, zips are crap and not big enough for me. Only plus it has is its pack down size.
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In reply to Post #1
Fortis techlite👍
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Had the gardner carp duvet and now got fox ripstop 5 season and the fix is in a different league. Materials much better and its a lot warmer as well. No good if you dont like fleece lining though. Ive had every top end bag going and the fox is top of the tree imo.
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Looking to buy a new year round sleeping bag.
Especially one that can cope with them very cold nights .
Currently use a trakker 365 but its getting old and tatty and tbh its a tad too small .
Iv been looking at the gardner carp duvet anyone use this bag ?
Anymore recommendations?
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